Chief Design Officer Salary in Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Emilia‑Romagna has a design sector. A median chief design officer earns €72,000 annually. Living costs vary across categories such as housing and food.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€53,000 to €65,000

Average (per year)

€59,000

Starting salaries are influenced by the local cost of living and the textile sector.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€66,000 to €80,000

Average (per year)

€72,000

Established manufacturing firms and design consultancies frequently hire for mid-level roles.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€81,000 to €98,000

Average (per year)

€89,000

Increased responsibilities in local industry and international fashion lead to higher senior salaries.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€98,000+

The highest pay is typically found among principal leaders in legacy textile companies or multinationals.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

€35 - €50

per hour

Mid-level

€50 - €65

per hour

Senior

€70 - €90

per hour

Compared with the Italian average of €65,000, Emilia-Romagna pays roughly ten percent more. The gap is observed in the region.